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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs BYD Sealion 7 comparison
Compare performance (354 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (40,800 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake or BYD Sealion 7?
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake vs BYD Sealion 7: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
CLA Shooting Brake
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,800 £ , while the BYD Sealion 7 costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,038 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is significantly more efficient: consuming 12.7 kWh/100km compared to 19.9 kWh/100km for the BYD Sealion 7. That’s a difference of about 7.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake offers visibly more range – reaching up to 768 km, about 266 km more than the BYD Sealion 7.
Sealion 7
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BYD Sealion 7 offers noticeably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 176 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Sealion 7 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake takes 5 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Sealion 7 delivers clearly more torque with 690 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm more.
CLA Shooting Brake
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is markedly lighter – 1,710 kg compared to 2,225 kg. The difference is around 515 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BYD Sealion 7 offers a bit more boot space – 520 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake carries slightly more – 460 kg compared to 410 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake has the upper hand in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
BYD Sealion 7
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake turns estate practicality into runway-ready style with a swooping roofline and coupe-like silhouette that makes even mundane errands feel a little more glamorous. Inside it pairs clever packaging with premium flair, so you get useful load space and a grown-up cabin — ideal if you want a car that looks like a showroom trophy but still handles the weekly shop without sulking.
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BYD Sealion 7
The BYD Sealion 7 is a sleek electric wagon that blends sporty styling with surprising practicality, making it a compelling choice for drivers who want something different from the usual hatchback or SUV. Its refined interior and composed road manners give it an upscale feel, while clever packaging keeps it versatile for daily use.
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Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake
BYD Sealion 7
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
40,800 - 60,900 £
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Price
42,800 - 52,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.4 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
12.7 - 13.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
525 - 768 km
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Electric Range
456 - 502 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 - 123 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,710 - 2,155 kg
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Curb weight
2,225 - 2,435 kg
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Trunk capacity
455 L
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,855 mm
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Width
1,925 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 460 kg
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Payload
410 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
156 - 354 HP
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Power HP
313 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
280 - 515 Nm
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Torque
380 - 690 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
115 - 260 kW
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Power kW
230 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BYD
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